In Depth
Taiji Quan: The Art of Movement and the Way of the Tao
Taiji Quan is not one style among many. It is a living system in which Taoist philosophy is embodied in the body, in gesture, in breath. It is not studied — it is walked.
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Vision
Not just lessons.
An evolutionary path over time. From the first session to deep transmission: each phase is structured, each progression is measurable.
Simone Armellini has been transmitting Kung Fu for over twenty years. Not a course. Not a gym. A direct relationship between Shifu and student, built over time with method and rigour.
Paths
Where do you want to go?
Active
Individual Path
Weekly private lessons. Structure personalised to your level and goals. Direct transmission.
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Intensive Paths
Seminars, workshops, intensives in person. Deep immersion on specific themes. Available in various cities.
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Formative Path
A structured multi-year path for practitioners who wish to deepen systematically. In development.
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Four pillars. One system.
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Body
Anatomical structure, posture, grounding. The body is the first instrument. It must be understood before it can be used.
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Structure
Biomechanics applied to martial movement. How force is generated, transmitted, absorbed.
03
Energy
Qi Gong, internal circulation, subtle perception. Energetic work is not vague spirituality — it is specific technique.
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Awareness
Presence, attention, intention. The mind guides movement. Without awareness, technique remains empty.
Shifu
Simone Armellini
Thirty years of practice. Twenty-six years of teaching. A path built between Italy, China and Vietnam — in direct transmission with authentic masters.
Black belt, certified instructor, Shifu grade since 2017. Gold, silver and bronze medals at leading international competitions: Memorial M° Chang (2005–2006), Kung Fu Championship Orlando (2011), Kung Fu World Championship Hong Kong (2012).
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Insights
In Depth
The Art of Listening: Energetic Perception in Tai Ji
Tai Ji is not seen — it is felt. The perception of Qi is not a mystical capacity: it is a technical competence developed through method. Here is how.
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In Depth
Qi Gong, Meditation and Internal Alchemy
Three distinct practices, often confused with one another. The difference is not academic — it determines what you cultivate, at what depth, with what tools.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
- What is Rising Kung Fu?
- Rising Kung Fu is a traditional Chinese Kung Fu and Martial Arts school founded by Shifu Simone Armellini — 30 years of martial practice, 26 of teaching. The system is built on four integrated pillars: body, structure, energy and awareness. Active paths include weekly private lessons (in person or online) and intensive seminars across Italy.
- Who teaches at Rising Kung Fu?
- Shifu Simone Armellini is the sole instructor at Rising Kung Fu. Black belt, Shifu grade since 2017, he won gold medals at the Kung Fu World Championship in Hong Kong (2012), the Kung Fu Championship in Orlando (2011) and the Memorial M° Chang in Italy (2005–2006). He trained in Italy, China and Vietnam through direct transmission with authentic Masters.
- How do I start a Kung Fu path?
- The path begins with a no-commitment introductory consultation. You can write via email at info@risingkungfu.com, via WhatsApp or through the contact form. A reply arrives within 48 hours, directly from Simone Armellini — no assistants or bots.
Start with a conversation.
No commitment. Just a conversation to understand where you are and where you want to go.